GRE Word List

ELLIPTICAL

of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse

The meaning of the word elliptical is of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse.

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WordMeaning
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
propsomething that props or sustains : support
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
propellantcapable of propelling
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
profusionlavish expenditure : extravagance
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
depreciateto lower in honor or esteem
cessiona yielding to another : concession